I really enjoyed this film. The acting was commendable, the music went with it great, and for the most part it was an excellent adaptation of the book.
I was whispering to myself: "yes. yes. Yes!" because the filmmakers had done basically everything right. That was until we came upon this crucial scene near the end of the movie that completely characterizes one of the central persons: The translator's (Alex's) grandfather. Not wanting to spoil either the book or the movie, all I'll say is that the movie portrays him as a much more noble person than he truly is (according to the book). Even though the movie was pretty good, leaving the theatre I realized that reading the book was much more satisfying than watching the film. As events began to get jumbled near the end, the score that I'd hoped to give it fell with the climax. I know that the movie can't follow the book exactly; I understand that. But seriously, this was such a crucial moment. It defined this character; it answered questions as to why he was the way he was. It MADE everything illuminated. And they (effed) it up. GAHHHH.
The 9 that I wanted to give it fell two points by the time the credits started rolling.
Although it isn't necessarily Oscar-worthy, this flick was still really entertaining. It was humorous and deep at the same time. It really helped you get to know the characters, let you get attached to them, and in turn, made you feel. It was beautifully filmed, a job done nicely by everyone involved. Despite one or two (major) flaws (that I'm sure only those who've read the book will even take notice of), it was first-rate and did not spleen or distress me too much. ;) Haha. Oh, Alex! -Cyle
I was whispering to myself: "yes. yes. Yes!" because the filmmakers had done basically everything right. That was until we came upon this crucial scene near the end of the movie that completely characterizes one of the central persons: The translator's (Alex's) grandfather. Not wanting to spoil either the book or the movie, all I'll say is that the movie portrays him as a much more noble person than he truly is (according to the book). Even though the movie was pretty good, leaving the theatre I realized that reading the book was much more satisfying than watching the film. As events began to get jumbled near the end, the score that I'd hoped to give it fell with the climax. I know that the movie can't follow the book exactly; I understand that. But seriously, this was such a crucial moment. It defined this character; it answered questions as to why he was the way he was. It MADE everything illuminated. And they (effed) it up. GAHHHH.
The 9 that I wanted to give it fell two points by the time the credits started rolling.
Although it isn't necessarily Oscar-worthy, this flick was still really entertaining. It was humorous and deep at the same time. It really helped you get to know the characters, let you get attached to them, and in turn, made you feel. It was beautifully filmed, a job done nicely by everyone involved. Despite one or two (major) flaws (that I'm sure only those who've read the book will even take notice of), it was first-rate and did not spleen or distress me too much. ;) Haha. Oh, Alex! -Cyle